No charges will be filed against two state police troopers involved in a deadly shooting in Rochester, according to the New Hampshire attorney general’s office.The shooting happened March 8 on Gooseberry Circle.At that time, police had been searching for Joseph Russell for his alleged role in car thefts in Rochester and Lebanon, Maine.According to the attorney general’s office, a New Hampshire State Police trooper and sergeant were legally justified to use deadly force because Russell aimed a loaded gun at law enforcement officers.>> Previous coverage:April 12, 2024: Authorities identity state troopers involved in fatal shooting of Rochester man March 9, 2024: Man shot, killed by police in Rochester identified as vehicle theft suspect, AG’s office says>> Download the free WMUR app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google Play <<
ROCHESTER, N.H. —
No charges will be filed against two state police troopers involved in a deadly shooting in Rochester, according to the New Hampshire attorney general’s office.
The shooting happened March 8 on Gooseberry Circle.
At that time, police had been searching for Joseph Russell for his alleged role in car thefts in Rochester and Lebanon, Maine.
According to the attorney general’s office, a New Hampshire State Police trooper and sergeant were legally justified to use deadly force because Russell aimed a loaded gun at law enforcement officers.
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